Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies might just become your new favorite sweet snack if you love the buttery, almond flavor of an almond croissant. They have all of those bakery-inspired flavors wrapped up in an easy, crunchy treat that is perfect for parties, holidays or simply keeping on the counter when you need something sweet.
My Almond Croissant Cookies are actually the inspiration for this recipe because they have that same buttery almond flavor and are absolutely incredible. For another fun snack, try my Cake Batter Muddy Buddies or Mint Muddy Buddies. Both are easy to make and perfect for sharing. My White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies are another favorite if you love the combination of creamy white chocolate and crunchy nuts. And you can never go wrong with a batch of my Circus Animal Sprinkle Cookies when you want something colorful, nostalgic and just plain fun!
No Bake Dessert Idea
This recipe starts with crispy Rice or Corn Chex cereal and crumbled palmier cookies. I love using palmiers because they have those flaky, caramelized layers that help give this recipe that buttery pastry flavor without actually having to bake anything.
The real star here, though, is the toasted almonds. Taking a few extra minutes to toast the sliced almonds brings out so much more flavor. They become slightly golden, extra crunchy and give these Muddy Buddies that unmistakable almond croissant taste.
Almond Croissant Inspired Dessert
White chocolate melting wafers create the creamy coating that holds everything together. I like using Ghirardelli White Chocolate Melting Wafers because they melt smoothly and coat the cereal really well.
Pure almond extract is also important in this recipe. Instead of adding it directly to the white chocolate, I stir it into melted butter first. The butter helps distribute that almond flavor throughout the melted chocolate so every bite gets a little of it.
Once everything is coated, powdered sugar gives these Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies their classic sweet finish.
How To Make Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies
Start by toasting the sliced almonds in a pan over medium heat for about 3–4 minutes. Stir them constantly because almonds can go from perfectly toasted to burned pretty quickly. Transfer them to a plate and allow them to cool.
Add the Chex cereal to a large bowl, then crumble the palmier cookies directly over the cereal. Add the cooled toasted almonds.
Melt the butter and stir in the almond extract. Add this mixture to the white chocolate melting wafers and microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring each time, until completely smooth.
Immediately pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly coated. Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the top and toss again.
Let everything cool before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them crunchy.
These easy Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies have everything I love about an almond croissant—almond flavor, buttery pastry pieces and plenty of powdered sugar—all packed into one irresistible bite-sized treat.
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Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies Recipe
Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies
Ingredients
Method
- Add the sliced almonds to a medium skillet over medium heat. Toast for 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate and let cool completely.
- Pour the Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal to a large mixing bowl. Crumble the palmier cookies into bite-sized pieces over the cereal, then add the cooled toasted almonds. Gently toss to combine.
- Place the white chocolate melting wafers in a medium microwave-safe bowl.
- Melt the salted butter in a small microwave-safe bowl. Stir the almond extract into the melted butter, then pour the mixture over the white chocolate wafers.
- Melt the white chocolate. Microwave in 10-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the white chocolate is completely melted and smooth, about 30–40 seconds total. Be careful not to overheat.
- Immediately pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the cereal, palmier cookies and toasted almonds. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the coated cereal mixture. Gently toss again until the Almond Croissant Muddy Buddies are evenly covered.
- Allow the Muddy Buddies to cool and the white chocolate to set before serving. Store in an airtight container.
